Upcoming Events
Family Beach Day
Young or Young at Heart, all are welcome! Join us for some fun in the sun at Beach 6 near the volleyball courts. Bring a dish to share, subs will be provided. RSVP to Sarah at sarah.beaver@olp.org.
Annual Men's Picnic
All men of the parish are invited to this night of fun, food and fellowship.
Tickets are $12 and are available in the church office. Sponsored by the Usher's Society and the OLP Knights of Columbus.
First Friday Adoration
Adoration will begin immediately following the 7am Mass and continue until Benediction at 7pm. Jesus invites you to come and rest in His love.
Vacation Bible School 2026
"Passport to Peace" is the theme of our one week summer Vacation Bible School that will be taking place at Our Lady of Peace Church from August 10 - August 14, 2026. Students entering Kdg-5th grade in the Fall are invited to attend.
Camp will run from 8:45 AM to 12:45 PM each day. On Friday we will end camp with 12:10 Mass. Families are encouraged to attend Mass with us. Plan to join the parish for a family bonfire on Friday, August 14th from 6:00-9pm and continue the celebration.
The cost is $20 per child or $25 per family and includes a snack each day, and supplies. Please complete one registration form per child. The deadline to register is August 3, 2026. Make checks payable to “OLP”. Forms can be dropped off at the church office or mailed to:
Our Lady of Peace Church, 2401 West 38th St, Erie PA 16506
Attention: Faith Formation
Parish Bonfire/Potluck
All are invited to join us at 6:00pm for a family potluck/bonfire. Hotdogs and drinks provided at the parish pavilion. Please bring a dish to share.
Our VBS students will provide entertainment, sharing some of what they have learned at OLP this past week.
Community Outreach - Casserole Club
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou & Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Community Outreach - Erie City Mission
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Milestone Wedding Anniversary Celebration Mass
Join couples from OLP in celebrating the gift of Marriage for Mass with a reception to follow. RSVP to Cynthia Berarducci at 814-833-7701 x0 or cynthia.berarducci@olp.org by July 24th.
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents
Is this your first child to be Baptized? Yes, this class is for you. Class is help in Social Room (church lower level) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Register by calling or emailing Tammie Mang, Director of Faith Formation at 814-838-9983 or tammie.mang@olp.org
Parish Feast Day Liturgical Celebration
Join us in celebration of our Parish Feast Day - Queenship of Mary - with Adoration beginning on August 19th at 7:00pm until 7:00pm on August 20th followed by Solemn Evening Prayer.
Pastoral Council Meeting
Please remember Pastoral Council in your prayers as they work to create a vision and mission for our parish.
Knights of Columbus Council Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight GT Miller at 814-981-0184.
Fr. Rich Toohey 25th Anniversary of Ordination
All are invited to join Fr. Rich for the 11:00am Mass followed by a reception in the cafeteria from Noon until 3:00pm.
For 25 years, Fr. Rich has faithfully served God and His people through his ministry, offering spiritual guidance, celebrating the sacraments, and sharing Christ's love within our parish community. Plan to join us in celebrating his silver jubilee, to thank God for the gift of his priesthood and to express our appreciation for his dedicated service to OLP and the Diocese of Erie.
Music Ministry Returns for the Year
All parishioners high school age and older, are invited to join the Music Ministry Program at OLP.
Selah Praise Band ministers at the 9am Mass and rehearses on Wednesdays beginning September 2nd from 7-9pm. Questions? contact Debby Holmes at debbyholmes75@gmail.com
Voice of Peace Choir ministers at the 11am Mass and rehearses on Thursdays beginning September 3rd from 7-8:30pm. Questions? contact Lesley Lopez at leslopez62@yahoo.com
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
Our Lord invites you to come and rest in Him. Eucharistic Adoration in the church immediately following the 7AM Mass until Benediction at 7PM
"How sweet and full of comfort are the moments spent before the Blessed Sacrament! Are you in trouble? Come and throw yourself at His feet!" - St. John Vianney
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
This month we will meet at the East Pier of Presque Isle. The East Pier is on the bay side after you cross the first bridge and before you get to Perry Monument. Bring a lunch and a drink.
Parish Picnic Celebration
All parishioners are encouraged to join us for Mass at 5pm followed by an evening filled with fun, food and fellowship, and everyone's favorite basket raffle. Dinner will be served following Mass.
Remember the OLP Raffle drawing will take place at 9pm, so get your tickets back for your chance to win over $15,000 in cash prizes.
The evening will end with fireworks! Hope to see you there!
Staff Retreat
Please keep our pastoral staff in your prayers as they spend time growing in faith to better serve the needs of the church.
Altar Rosary Society Meeting-Tureen Dinner
Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. New members are always welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Debbie at 814-812-0122.
Remember to bring a dish to share for the Tureen Dinner.
Men's Cursillo Retreat #259
Cursillo is a three-day retreat who purpose is a deep personal encounter with Jesus Christ. It's more than just three days of instruction in the faith, it is an effort to bring Jesus into the world.
The retreat takes place at Our Lady of Mercy in Harborcreek. Click here for more information or to register.
Community Outreach - Erie City Mission
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Community Outreach - Casserole Club
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou or Wall Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight GT Miller at 814-981-0184.
Puzzle Swap
Free Puzzle Swap. Drop off your puzzles in the OLP School Cafeteria at Noon, then stop back from 12:45pm-1:30pm and choose some new puzzles from the swap.
First Friday Adoration
All are invited to spend time in Adoration immediately following the 7am daily Mass until Benediction at 7pm.
In the Mass and in Eucharistic Adoration we meet the merciful love of God that passes through the Heart of Jesus Christ. - St. John Paul II, Pope
Annual Pet Blessing
Bring your pets, big and small, for a special blessing in honor of the Feast of St. Francis Assisi at 1:00pm. Meet in the parking lot between the church and the school.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Women's Cursillo #267
All women of the parish are invited to make a Cursillo. Cursillo is a three-day retreat who purpose is a deep personal encounter with Jesus Christ. It's more than just three days of instruction in the faith, it is an effort to bring Jesus into the world.
The retreat takes place at Our Lady of Mercy in Harborcreek. Click here for more information or to register. Note this retreat is hosted by Crawford County Cursillo.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Altar Rosary Society Meeting
Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. New members are always welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Debbie at 814-812-0122.
Community Outreach - Erie City Mission
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Community Outreach - Casserole Club
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou or Wall Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 81-504-8638.
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents
Is this your first child to be Baptized? Yes, this class is for you. Class is help in Social Room (church lower level) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Register by calling or emailing Tammie Mang, Director of Faith Formation at 814-838-9983 or tammie.mang@olp.org.
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight GT Miller at 814-981-0184.
Pastoral Council Retreat
Please keep the Pastoral Council members in your prayers as they spend the day on retreat.
All Saints Day
All Saints day is dedicated to the saints of the Church. Those recognized as Saints and whose who have not been canonized.
All Souls Day Prayer Service
This special service is offered as a time of peace and reflection, as the parish community honors our family and friends who have passed away this year. Join us as we celebrate our hope in the promise of new life through Christ Jesus.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
Adoration will begin immediately following the 7am Mass and continue until Benediction at 7pm.
"A thousand years of enjoying human glory is not worth even an hour spent sweetly communing with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament."- Padre Pio
Pray for the Confirmation Students at the Diocesan Retreat
Holy Spirit, come into their hearts today. Strengthen them as they prepare for Confirmation. Help them to recognize their unique gifts and to use them to serve others with love, kindness, and compassion. Bless their families, sponsors and leaders. May this retreat bring them closer to You and to one another.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Grant Miller at 814-981-0184.
Altar Rosary Society meeting
Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. All are welcome, meet in the school cafeteria. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Debbie at 814-812-0122.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638 .
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Eucharistic Adoration and Solemn Evening Prayer - Christ, King of the Universe
On the last Sunday of each liturgical year, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Join us for Adoration after the 4:30pm Mass until Solemn Evening Prayer at 6:00pm.
Happy Thanksgiving
"O God, when I have food, help me to remember the hungry; when I have work, help me to remember the jobless; when I have a home, help me to remember those who have no home at all; when I am without pain, help me to remember those who suffer, and remembering help me to destroy my complacency; bestir my compassion and be concerned enough to help; by word and deed, those who cry out for what we take for granted. Amen."
-Samuel Pugh
Please note the parish offices are closed November 26th and 27th.
First Sunday of Advent
Today our Advent journey begins. Bless your family advent wreath, lighting the first violet candle. Advent is a time when we are invited to renew the experience of waiting, and longing, for the Messiah.
Christmas Mass Schedule
Thursday, December 24: 5PM, 7:30PM, Midnight
Friday, December 25: 10AM
Glory to God in the Highest! May the blessings of God be yours this Christmas.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place from 7:30am-Benediction at 7:00pm.
Seeking peace in your life this Advent? Come and spend and hour with the Lord who brings peace, love and mercy to all.
Scout Troop 59 Annual Christmas Garage Sale
Saturday, December 5th from 8:00am-1:00pm
Sunday, December 6th from 8:00am-11:00am
All things Christmas. Come and find something new to add to your Christmas Spirit.
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast with Santa
Support the good work of the OLP Knights at the Pancake Breakfast in the school cafeteria from 8-11am. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, juice and coffee. The best breakfast deal in town.
Second Sunday of Advent
Today begins the second week of the season of Advent. All are encouraged to journey and prepare our hearts for the birth of Christ. Strive to take a few moments each day this week to pray together as a family.
Holy Day of Obligation - Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mass schedule: 5:30pm Vigil (December 7th), 7am, 12:10pm, 2:00pm (school).
“The Immaculate Conception shines like a beacon of light for humanity in all the ages. At the beginning of the third millennium, it guides us to believe and hope in God, in his salvation and in eternal life.” - Pope St. John Paul II
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
We will have a Christmas celebration!
Third Sunday of Advent
With the start of this third week of the season of Advent, we are halfway to Christmas. Help us, Lord, not to dampen the joy of others. Remind us this week to rejoice always and to pray without ceasing. Holy Spirit, guide us so that our lives may be testimony of the wonders and the love of God, so that others might believe through us.
Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and spend some time preparing your heart for the birth of Christ.
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Fourth Sunday of Advent
"At this Christmas, when Christ Comes, will He find a warm heart? Mark the season of Advent by loving and serving the others with God’s own love and concern.” – Mother Teresa
Christmas Masses: December 24th - 5:00pm, 7:30pm, Midnight
December 25th - 10:00am
Merry Christmas
Wishing you and your loved ones a truly Blessed Christmas. May the joy of Christ's birth fill your hearts with peace, hope, and love. Merry Christmas!
Holy Hour for Peace
There is no better way to start 2027. Join us in the church at 11pm with Eucharistic Adoration and prayer for the new year.
Holy Day of Obligation - Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Pope Paul VI called the Solemnity of Mary a "fitting occasion for renewing adoration of the newborn Prince of Peace, for listening once more to the glad tidings of the angels, and for imploring from God, through the Queen of Peace, the supreme gift of peace."
Mass times are 5:30pm Vigil (December 31st), 10:00am (January 1st)
Epiphany of the Lord
Epiphany House Blessing Prayer:
Bless, O Lord God almighty, this home, that in it there may be health, purity, the strength of victory, humility, goodness and mercy, the fulfillment of Your law, the thanksgiving to God the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. And may this blessing remain upon this home and upon all who dwell herein.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
Baptism of the Lord
Christ’s baptism remarkably shows all three Persons of the Trinity at the same time: the Son being baptized, the Holy Spirit descending, and the Father speaking from the heavens. In this event, the Father and the Holy Spirit confirm the deity of Christ, and Jesus submits to his Father’s will, preparing himself to be a perfect sacrifice for us.
Join us for Adoration following the 4:30pm Mass (5:15-6pm) and Solemn Evening Prayer beginning at 6:00pm.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Day of Prayer for the Unborn
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and a day of prayer for the unborn from 7:30am until the Benediction at 7:00pm
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
A Volunteer Appreciation dinner will be held in the cafeteria on Saturday, January 23rd at 6pm. RSVP by calling 814-833-7701.
We could not do what we do as church without YOU!
Catholic Schools Week
Catholic Schools week begins on January 31st. It is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the U.S. This week is an opportunity to focus on the value Catholic education provides to our youth and the contribution it makes to our church and community.
Presentation of the Lord
As was Jewish custom, Jesus was presented in the temple in Jerusalem by his parents, Mary and Joseph forty days after His birth.
Lord Jesus, as an infant You were brought to the temple by Your parents out of religious duty. Help all parents to take their duties to God seriously, to inculcate their faith in the next generation by their words and by their actions, so that the faith will be handed on where the faith is first learned—in the family and in the home. (mycatholiclife.org)
Happy Birthday Fr. Rich Toohey!
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
All are invited to spend time in Adoration immediately following the 7am daily Mass until Benediction at 7pm.
"And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." -Matthew 28:20
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast
Support the good work of the OLP Knights at the Pancake Breakfast in the school cafeteria from 8-11am. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, juice and coffee, the best breakfast deal in town!
Mardi Gras Celebration
Fat Tuesday, as it is known in English, is a long-standing tradition of the Catholic Church and it marks a day of indulgence on the last day of ordinary time before the start of Lent, a time of fasting and repentance.
Join us in the school cafeteria for a Mardi Gras celebration from 6:00-8:00pm.
Ash Wednesday
Today is a day of Fast and Abstinence. Masses are at 7am, 12:10pm, 1:30pm (school Mass) and 7pm.
At 5:30pm there will be an Ashes Distribution Service.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Erie Night to Shine
Night to Shine is a global celebration of people with special needs happening in over 1,000 cities across 56 countries. Night to Shine Erie is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation and hosted by Our Lady of Peace on February 12, 2027.
More info at ntserie.org. We are always looking for donations and sponsorships to make this event a success. Donate at www.olp.org or drop a donation off in the church office.
O.C.I.A (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) Rite of Election
This weekend is The Rite of Election for our O.C.I A. Catechumen and Candidates. They now enter the final phase of preparation to receive the sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil. Today, they will affirm their intention to join the Church.
Please keep them in your prayers for ongoing conversion during Lent.
First Sunday of Lent
“In our Lenten journey towards Easter, let us remember the One who “humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross” (Phil 2:8). During this season of conversion, let us renew our faith, draw from the “living water” of hope, and receive with open hearts the love of God, who makes us brothers and sisters in Christ.”
Pope Francis, Lenten Message 2021
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents
Is this your first child to be Baptized? Yes, this class is for you. Class is help in Social Room (church lower level) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Register by calling or emailing Tammie Mang, Director of Faith Formation at 814-838-9983 or tammie.mang@olp.org.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Living Stations
Students from Our Lady of Peace School will present the "living" Stations of the Cross. Plan to join us for this moving experience of Christ's passion and death. Confession will be available beginning at 6pm.
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Second Sunday of Lent
“Lent is a time of renewal for the whole Church, for each community and every believer. Above all it is a “time of grace” (2 Cor 6:2). God does not ask of us anything that he himself has not first given us. “We love because he first has loved us” (1 Jn 4:19).”
Pope Francis, Lenten Message 2015
Confirmation
God, we pray that you look kindly on our candidates for Confirmation as they seek to hear your voice. Come Holy Spirit!
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Grant Miller at 814-981-0184.
Stations of the Cross
The Stations of the Cross commemorate Jesus's passion and death on the cross. This Lent, make Stations of the Cross a weekly part of your Lenten journey. Confession will be available from 6pm until 7pm.
Third Sunday of Lent
“Lent is a good time to recover the joy and hope that make us feel like beloved sons and daughters of the Father. The Father who waits for us in order to cast off our garments of exhaustion, of apathy, of mistrust, and so clothe us with the dignity which only a true father or mother knows how to give their children, with the garments born of tenderness and love.”
Pope Francis, Homily, 14th Feb 2016
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
Our Lord invites you to come and rest in Him. Eucharistic Adoration in the church immediately following the 7AM Mass until Benediction at 6PM.
"Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament has His hands full of graces, and He is ready to bestow them on anyone who asks for them."-Peter of Alcantara
Stations of the Cross
Make Stations of the Cross a weekly part of your Lenten journey. Confession will be available from 6pm until 7pm.
Fourth Sunday of Lent
Lent is the time of grace that liberates the heart from vanity. It is a time of healing from addictions that seduce us. It is a time to fix our gaze on what abides.”
Pope Francis, Homily, 6th March 2019
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm in the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Stations of the Cross
Make Stations of the Cross a weekly part of your Lenten journey. Confession will be available from 6pm until 7pm.
Fifth Sunday of Lent
“All creation is called, with us, to go forth “from its bondage to decay and obtain the glorious liberty of the children of God” (Rom 8:21). Lent is a sacramental sign of this conversion. It invites Christians to embody the paschal mystery more deeply and concretely in their personal, family and social lives, above all by fasting, prayer and almsgiving.”
Pope Francis, Lenten Message 2019
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Grant Miller at 814-981-0184.
St. Joseph Table Dinner
Join us for a Prayer Service and Dinner to celebrate the feast of St. Joseph.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
First Reconciliation
Please keep our children in your prayers today as they experience God's mercy and forgiveness for the first time.
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Palm Sunday
On Palm Sunday we will enter into Jerusalem with Jesus, and the Church will enter into Holy Week.
“Why did you suffer for me, dear Jesus? For love! The nails…the crown…the cross…all for the love of me!” –St. Gemma Galgani
Chrism Mass
Join Catholics from around the Diocese at St. Peter Cathedral for the Chrism Mass where Bishop Persico blesses the three oils — the oil of catechumens (oleum catechumenorum or oleum sanctorum), the oil of the infirm (oleum infirmorum) and holy chrism (sacrum chrisma); which will be used in the administration of the sacraments in churches throughout the diocese for the year.
24 Hours of Adoration
Adoration begins at Noon on March 23rdt and continues through Noon on March 24th. Come and spend time with the Lord in preparation for the Triduum.
Holy Thursday
The Mass of the Lord's Supper will take place at 7:00pm. Adoration will follow at the Altar of Repose in the school cafeteria until Night Prayer at 11:30pm.
The washing of the feet and the sacrament of the Eucharist: two expressions of one and the same mystery of love entrusted to the disciples, so that, Jesus says, “as I have done… so also must you do” (Jn 13:15). – St.John Paul II
Tenebrae Service
All are invited to join us for a Tenebrae Service in the church at 7pm. What is Tenebrae? It is a liturgical service of sung readings and psalms that serve as a reflection of the darkness of sin and death and embracing the light of Christ, who has conquered death through the use of candles and sound.
Good Friday
Today we commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ with services at 1:30pm.
“True reverence for the Lord’s passion means fixing the eyes of our heart on Jesus crucified and recognizing in him our own humanity.” — Pope St. Leo the Great
Great Easter Vigil
Celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord and join us as we welcome our newest members, our OCIA candidates and catechumen who enter the church today at 8:30pm.
We give glory to You, Lord, who raised up Your cross to span the jaws of death like a bridge by which souls might pass from the region of the dead to the land of the living. We give glory to You who put on the body of a single mortal man and made it the source of life for every other mortal man. – St. Ephrem of Edessa
Easter Sunday
He is Risen . . . He is Risen indeed! Masses will be celebrated at 7:30am, 9am and 11am.
“Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.”-Pope Saint John Paul II
Divine Mercy Sunday
Join us at 3:00pm as we celebrate the mercy of our God. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available from 2:00pm until the start of the service.
The Annunciation of the Lord
The Solemnity of the Annunciation celebrates the coming of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce to her the special mission God had chosen for her in being the mother of His only son. Join us for Mass at 7am or 12:10pm.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm at the school.
Altar Rosary Society Meeting
Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. All are welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Debbie at 814-812-0122.
Erie City Mission - Community Outreach
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:30am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-9638.
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents
Is this your first child to be Baptized? Yes, this class is for you. Class is help in Social Room (church lower level) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Register by calling or emailing Tammie Mang, Director of Faith Formation at 814-838-9983 or tammie.mang@olp.org.
Knights of Columbus Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight Grant Miller at 814-981-0184.
First Holy Communion
Today we pray for the children coming forward to receive Holy Communion for the first time at the 11:00am Mass. May today be the first day of a life-long love of the Eucharist.
First Holy Communion
Today we pray for the children coming forward to receive Holy Communion for the first time at the 11:00am Mass. May today be the first day of a life-long love of the Eucharist.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
Holy Day of Obligation - Ascension of the Lord
A vigil Mass will take place at 5:30pm on May 5th. Masses for the Holy Day will take place at 7:00am, 12:10pm on May 16th.
First Friday Adoration
Our Lord invites you to come and rest in Him. Eucharistic Adoration in the church immediately following the 7AM Mass until Benediction at 7PM.
"Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament has His hands full of graces, and He is ready to bestow them on anyone who asks for them."-Peter of Alcantara
Knights of Columbus Mothers Day Pancake Breakfast
Support the good work of the OLP Knights at the Pancake Breakfast in the school cafeteria from 8-12:30pm. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, juice and coffee.
All moms enjoy a free breakfast.
Women of Faith
Join us for an opportunity to encourage and journey with other women in their walk with Christ. All are welcome to join us from 6:30-8:30pm in the school.
Young at Heart Seniors Group
The group gathers the second Thursday of the Month. All are welcome to join. Questions? Sr. Kathleen at sr.kathleen@olp.org or 814-218-9400.
50th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Church
Remember your parish family in your prayers today as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the dedication of Our Lady of Peace Church.
Community Outreach - Erie City Mission
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Community Outreach - Casserole Club
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-8638.
Pentecost Sunday
When the Holy Spirit came to the Upper Room where the disciples and the Blessed Mother were praying on Pentecost, ten days after our Lord’s Ascension into Heaven, it was with great power, in the form of a driving wind and "tongues as of fire" (Acts 2:3) descending on each of them. Come Holy Spirit fill us with courage to witness our faith with boldness!
Join us for Adoration immediately following the 4:30pm Mass until Benediction and Solemn Evening Prayer at 6pm.
Altar Rosary Society Meeting - Tureen Dinner
Through shared spirituality and friendship, the Our Lady of Peace Altar Rosary Society expresses continuing devotion to Mary, Our Blessed Mother. All are welcome. Questions, call Marilyn at 814-833-4683 or Debbie at 814-812-0122.
Remember to bring a dish to share for the Tureen.
Most Holy Trinity Sunday
The Trinity is one of the most fundamental beliefs of the Catholic Church. Why is Holy Trinity Sunday after Pentecost? If we desire to understand the Trinity, we need to have the gift of the Holy Spirit; we can never fully understand who God is on our own and desperately need his guidance and inspiration.
Knights of Columbus Council Meeting
In service to One, In service to all. The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization.
Membership is open to all active Catholic men of the parish. Join us in room B-4 at the school from 6:30-8:00pm For more information, contact Grand Knight GT Miller at 814-981-0184.
Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, historically known by its Latin name, Corpus Christi, celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.
Men's Faith Sharing Group
All are welcome to join with the men of the parish in the school cafeteria for fellowship and faith sharing from 6:30-8pm.
First Friday Adoration
Adoration will begin immediately following the 7am Mass and continue until Benediction at 5pm. Jesus invites you to come and rest in His love.
OLP Serves - Community Outreach Opportunity
This is a chance to serve the needs of those right here in our parish community between 8am and 3pm on Saturday, June 12th.
Need help with a small project in your home? Willing to share your time and skills to help a fellow parishioner? Contact Chris Turner at 401-580-1655.
Baptism Preparation Class for Parents
Is this your first child to be Baptized? Yes, this class is for you. Class is help in Social Room (church lower level) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Register by calling or emailing Tammie Mang, Director of Faith Formation at 814-838-9983 or tammie.mang@olp.org.
Casserole Club - Community Outreach Opportunity
Casseroles in support of Maria House Project can be dropped off in the social room from 3:30-4:30pm. Casseroles should be pre-cooked and frozen with re-heating instructions. In you need your casserole picked up or have questions, contact Mary Lou and Wally Wilhelm at 814-833-0306 or Lisa Scully at 814-504-8638.
Community Outreach - Erie City Mission
Volunteer opportunity open to all parishioners age 15 and older. Prepare and serve the lunch meal to our brothers and sisters in need from 9:45am - 1pm at the Erie City Mission, 11th & French Streets. Contact Scott Barnes at 814-881-8889 to volunteer.
Annual Emmaus Convocation
Communion Services will be offered (June 22-24) while the priests are at their annual Emmaus Convocation, a time of relaxation, education and spiritual growth for the priests and deacons of the Diocese of Erie.
The church is asked to keep our priests and deacons especially in prayer on these Emmaus days.